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You’re given two choices when you’re charged with a crime: The first is to plead guilty and accept the charges brought against you. When you plead guilty, you confirm that you committed a crime with intent.  Or, you can plead not guilty and deny that you’ve committed the acts that you are accused of. AfterContinue reading “Pleading Guilty In Manitoba”

If you’ve ever been issued a minor speeding ticket, you may have wondered what a serious driving offence would look like. In Canada, there are a range of driving-related criminal charges. They can result from breaking traffic laws or endangering others with a vehicle. The Criminal Code of Canada includes a list of offences thatContinue reading “Criminal Code Driving Offences”

Is it fair to sentence a child to a life in jail for a crime they committed during their youth? Around the world, criminal justice systems have grappled with this question and the answer still remains unclear. Should children who commit crimes be tried as juveniles, or as adults? In this post, we’re going toContinue reading “Children Are Different: Sentencing Juveniles As Adults”

Canada is a country that’s known for its snowy winters, passionate hockey fans, and strict policies regarding drinking and driving. Most provinces have a zero tolerance approach when it comes to DUIs to reduce the fatalities that result from these incidents. Many of us make mistakes when we are young; we don’t want these errorsContinue reading “Penalties For Minors Convicted Of DUI”

During the December holidays, you see houses decorated with strings of flashing lights—but if you’re caught driving under the influence, then flashing lights will be in your rear-view mirror. To stop impaired driving, police set up roadblocks on streets. Those who are found to be intoxicated are charged with a DUI, or driving under influence.Continue reading “What Are Sobriety Checkpoints?”

Did you know that a verdict isn’t always final? There are ways for the defendant or the prosecutor to have their case heard again once the judge has made a ruling. Most citizens know what a trial is, especially if they’ve attended one during jury duty. But not many know what an appellate court isContinue reading “What Is The Difference Between Trial Courts & Appellate?”

In every country, laws surrounding violent crimes differ, but most places make the distinction between violent and non-violent crimes. Examples of non-violent crimes include property damage, speeding tickets, and prostitution. A violent crime entails harm or the threat of harm to another person. According to Canada’s criminal code, acts that constitute violent crimes are asContinue reading “What Are Considered Violent Crimes In Canada?”

If you have been accused of a crime, one of your rights is to know the charges and evidence gathered against you. This is known as disclosure – it is the Crown’s duty to share relevant case information with the accused. For you and your criminal lawyer to make a proper defence, you must receiveContinue reading “What Is “Disclosure” In Criminal Matters”

If you are charged with a criminal offence, you may be wondering what kind of trial you can have and what pleas you can make. Staying informed will help to protect your rights. Once charges have been issued, you will have several important decisions to make that will affect the outcome of your case. ToContinue reading “Election & Plea”

If the police have a reasonable cause to believe that you have committed a crime, they can have a warrant signed by a judge that will call for your arrest. But what is an arrest warrant, and what should you do if you receive one? This article will outline the steps that you should takeContinue reading “What Is An Arrest Warrant?”